The course gives you the chance to find out if this type of career is enjoyable and learn vital skills that can help you progress to a Level 2 course or take work in the industries. You will study a mixture of practical and theory units on this course that will give you a good insight into the Sport and Fitness industries and the knowledge you will require to work in these types of organisations. Assessment is 100% coursework based as you will follow a study programme aimed at helping you improve your literacy and numeracy skills.

You will be provided with all the resources and materials needed for your programme. However, we have found in the past that learners purchase additional items and by buying in bulk we can gain a good discount. Therefore additional material fees are expected to be paid at enrolment to cover the following:

Successful completion of this course will enable you to progress into a range of jobs in the sports industry. Students who achieve a merit in this course have the opportunity to progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Sport.

Students may be eligible to play for the Men's Football Academy or the College Football Squad. Successful applicants will be invited to trials. The men's Basketball team plays in the British College Sports Participation League and the ladies football team plays in the British College Sports Performance League.

100% success rate for Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, which is 17.4% above the national average (2014).

The Sport Department

As well as being industry qualified, the Sports Department’s staff are high level performers, members of national coaching squads and sports psychology coaches for elite performers. We are a young, innovative team who are always developing ways of bringing your learning to life. The range of courses we offer provide pathways to careers working in sports and related industries such as teaching, therapies,…
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